THURS NOV 21
Bossin’ Up: KayelaJ
Monthly hip-hop showcase Bossin’ Up at the Fixin’ To welcomes KayelaJ to headline the November edition, providing an opportunity to hear highlights from her debut full-length D.Y.K.E. In addition to singles like “Kayela to the MF J” “Check x3,” “IG Girls,” and “Heat Gentlemens Club,” I’m hoping to hear tracks like the angry and unshackled “I’ve Been Nice,” and the sweetly conclusive “I Could Love You.” (Thurs Nov 21, 9 pm, the Fixin’ To, 8218 N Lombard, $10) JENNI MOORE
Una Noche de Bienestar: Building Hope in the Immigrant Community
Portland Latinx artists are banding together for a night of solidarity and celebration to benefit Bienestar, a low-income housing nonprofit geared toward the region’s Latinx community. Dance to local musical powerhouses Luz Elena Mendoza, San Cha, and Orquestra Pacifico Tropical knowing that 100 percent of your ticket will go towards Bienestar’s work to create affordable housing for local Latinx and immigrant families. If you’re looking for a simple way to take direct action against draconian immigration policies, look no further. (Thurs Nov 21, 8 pm, Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, $30, all ages) ALEX ZIELINSKI